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How the Affirmative Action Ruling May Affect the Business Community

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If future graduating classes are less diverse, the greatest effect could be on leadership pipelines. This is an issue that public affairs and communications teams will … Continue reading How the Affirmative Action Ruling May Affect the Business Community

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Why You Should Consider Hiring Military Service Members and Veterans in Your Organization

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On the positive side, these military members and veterans are often exceptionally well-trained in leadership, and they understand discipline and live up to commitments even when they are tough. A Military and Veterans Community where those interested in joining can create an open dialogue for engagement to engage can do so.

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Ranger Scott Gediman on the Ferguson Fire and 22 Years as Yosemite Park’s Public Affairs Officer

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Over his 22 years as public affairs officer at Yosemite National Park , Scott Gediman has experienced a myriad of crises on the job, from floods and rock falls to hantavirus outbreaks. “It The closure affected both the park and the surrounding communities during the height of the summer visitor season. 22 about his experiences.

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Research, Communication Crucial Before Collaborating With Influencers

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The Navy’s decision to select Kelley as an ambassador not only alienated some public affairs officers who are currently serving, it also alienated veterans who have large numbers of social media followers and could be the service’s most prominent supporters to aid recruitment. I believe these discussions and considerations are vital.

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Meet PRSA Board of Directors Nominee Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Clark, APR, Fellow PRSA

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Region, Government Relations & Public Affairs. Alma mater: Undergrad: University of Missouri; Graduate: Hauptmann School of Public Affairs, Park University. It is such a blessing to have the time, treasure and knowledge to be able to invest in organizations focused on education, social welfare and my faith community.

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Exploring the modern corporate communication function

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Role of corporate communication function The most frequently mentioned responsibilities of the communication function included media relations (86%), social media (80%), and crisis/risk communication (75%). Regardless of structure, communicators should focus on being valued and invested in by top leadership.

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Do Companies Bear Responsibility to Address ‘Environmental Justice’?

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According to a study by Golin , Black Americans are 75 percent more likely to live near commercial facilities that produce noise, odor, traffic or emissions that directly affect their communities.

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